Rodrygo Goes arrived at Real Madrid as one of the great prospects of Brazilian soccer: young, fast, skillful, and a goal scorer. He has played a starring role on European nights that are already part of the fans' memory. However, this season he isn't having an easy time.
The competition in the squad is fierce. With players like Vinícius, Joselu, Brahim, and young Gonzalo making a strong impact, even Arda Güler demanding minutes, the space for Rodrygo is shrinking. Yet, he remains a trusted player for Carlo Ancelotti.
Luis Enrique's interest
One of the coaches who values him most is Luis Enrique. The coach, who closely follows several young talents, would be delighted to have Rodrygo in his project, but he hasn't been the only one.
Paris Saint-Germain has done everything possible to sign him. Luis Enrique has told the Parisian board that he wants the Brazilian as one of its key pieces for next season. The offer was backed by a true downpour of millions.
Rodrygo's response
Rodrygo has been clear: he has listened, he has considered, but he has said "no." This isn't the time to leave. He doesn't want to leave Madrid, not even for an ambitious project and an astronomical salary.
His decision is firm: to keep fighting for his place, even though right now he faces more competition than ever. The Brazilian knows that wearing white isn't easy, and he's willing to wait for his opportunity.
The impossible price
Meanwhile, Real Madrid had no intention of selling him. The club's message has been clear: whoever wants Rodrygo will have to pay €1 billion (1.000 millones de euros), the amount of his release clause. An impossible price for any team.
With that protection, the board makes it clear that, even if his minutes are scarce, Rodrygo is part of its bet for the future. Meanwhile, the player feels valued and supported, and that has also weighed in his decision.
A personal challenge
The choice to stay is not only professional but also personal. Rodrygo wants to show he can be important at Madrid. He knows he has the quality to make a difference. He wants his great nights to be not just a memory, but the beginning of a new stage as a protagonist.
Meanwhile, Luis Enrique and PSG will have to look for alternatives. The Brazilian has closed the door... for now. The future is always uncertain in soccer, but his present is white.